Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Pelham, SC
Nestled in the heart of South Carolina, Pelham offers an array of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure in its picturesque landscapes. For RV lovers, nearby Lake Hartwell State Park provides spacious RV sites complete with amenities, allowing for a comfortable stay amidst beautiful lake views and lush woodlands. Tent campers can explore Paris Mountain State Park, where hiking trails wind through towering trees and lead to stunning vistas, offering a serene setting perfect for pitching tents in nature’s embrace. For those seeking solitude, the Francis Marion National Forest offers dispersed camping options, allowing campers to find their own slice of wilderness to enjoy in peace. The region's geography boasts rolling hills and a myriad of waterways, making it ideal for fishing, hiking, and connecting with nature. Whether you're an avid RVer, a tent camper looking to immerse yourself in the wild, or an adventurer seeking the quiet of dispersed camping, Pelham, SC, is your gateway to unforgettable outdoor experiences.
Watsadler Campground in Hart County is located 31 min southwest of Anderson, SC with an elevation of 679 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 2 boat sites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 42 sites have electric and water hookups. 7 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $32.00 to $64.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Twin Lakes Campground in Anderson County is located 36 min northwest of Anderson, SC with an elevation of 658 feet. There are a total of 99 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 62 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 97 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $64.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Lake Powhatan Campground is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (just 21 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,252 feet. There are a total of 79 campsites including 25 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 45 sites can accommodate RVs between 28 and 76 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 17 sites have electric and water hookups. 4 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $88.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Whetstone Horse Camp is located in the Andrew Pickens Ranger District, Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests (1 hr 19 min northwest of Anderson, SC) with an elevation of 1,674 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 105 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $30.00. Activities include horseback riding, hiking trails.
North Mills River Campground is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (33 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,225 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 23 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 2 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $56.00. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cove Creek Lower Group Camp is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (54 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,967 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $120.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
White Pine South Group Camp is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (44 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,207 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $55.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Kuykendall Group Camp is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (57 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,331 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $120.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Willis Knob Horse Camp is located in the Chattooga River Ranger District, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests (1 hr 38 min northwest of Anderson, SC) with an elevation of 1,653 feet. There are a total of 7 campsites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Activities include horseback riding.
Wash Creek Horse Camp is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (40 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,455 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $40.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Cassidy Bridge Primitive Camp is located in the Andrew Pickens Ranger District, Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests (1 hr 7 min northwest of Anderson, SC) with an elevation of 1,646 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Tallulah Gorge Campground is part of Tallulah Gorge State Park in Georgia (50 min northeast of Gainesville, GA) with an elevation of 1,640 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $34.00 to $37.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Gorges Campground is part of Gorges State Park in North Carolina (1 hr 35 min northwest of Greenville, SC) with an elevation of 3,268 feet. There are a total of 35 campsites including 5 cabins. The campground is open all year. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $23.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
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